by Mark Wasserbauer | Jan 9, 2016 | Uncategorized
In accordance with the FY 2016 NDAA, the Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP) has ended for new applicants, although some individuals will remain eligible until Nov. 25, 2019 according the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). “This change affects...
by Mark Wasserbauer | Dec 17, 2015 | Veterans
MACV recently hosted legal clinics for veterans in St. Cloud (Dec 8) and Anoka (Dec 10). The next scheduled event is Jan 5 in Duluth. For updated schedules, go to MACV calendar. LEGAL CLINICS Duluth Tuesday, January 5, 2016 | 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The Depot...
by Mark Wasserbauer | Dec 1, 2015 | Legislative
By Cristina Marcos and Jordain Carney November 30, 2015, 06:00 am The clock is ticking for Congress to move a government spending bill by the end of next week in a bid to avoid a shutdown. A major flashpoint emerging for the catchall spending bill, known as an...
by Mark Wasserbauer | Nov 20, 2015 | Legislative, National Guard
Posted: Tuesday, November 17, 2015 4:14 pm By Nancy Madsen nmadsen@mankatofreepress.com Under federal law, a National Guard member who had served honorably at least 20 years could not be called a veteran unless that service member had been called up for a deployment,...
by Mark Wasserbauer | Nov 14, 2015 | Legislative
November 4, 2015 The Issue: Stop possible cuts to fiscal 2016 National Guard and Reserve Equipment Account (NGREA) funding. Immediate Action Required: Ask your senators and representative to keep current fiscal 2016 NGREA funding intact. More Information: Please urge...
